Stoepstories
A patio is just a stoep with a fancy hat. Need to overhaul your outside areas Spring is just around the corner, but it’s not too late to overhaul your outside living spaces. We have been warned that this coming spring and summer will be exceedingly hot, so ample outside shade is the way to go to keep cool. Luckily there are many solutions. Do you have a stoep? Well,...Read More
Bamboo – not the black sheep of the garden
Bamboo is exactly as advertised Bamboo has found a following among eco conscious consumers. Everything from salad bowls to toothbrushes and underwear is being made from it. But is it sustainable? Or is it just more greenwashing? The science is out! Bamboo really is the magical cure–all it claims to be. The best time to plant bamboo was ten years ago. The...Read More
Bamboo – Green as advertised, or just a fad?
Bamboo is being touted as the new green fix. Is it worth the hype? Bamboo is a versatile and exceptionally strong natural material with a higher tensile strength than steel! Everything from clothing to toothbrushes and kitchen utensils are now made from bamboo as a “sustainable” alternative to conventional wood, plastic and textiles. Why is bamboo so green?...Read More
Choose the Best Material for your Deck
Deciding to kit your outside area out with a deck is a rather big decision. From deciding on the style and finish, the materials used to create your deck is the most important. Whether you are DIYing your deck or getting a professional to install your deck – you have to take careful consideration of what material you want to use. A deck can be built with numerous materials. From...Read More
Preventative Maintenance for Summer
There is truth in the saying that “prevention is better than cure”. Preventative home maintenance can save you thousands of Rands. Read More